plastic 14-16 foot kayak
Posted: Thu Oct 21, 2010 11:51 am
Thinking about adding to the fleet. The GF has taken a liking to the Manitou 13, and would like something other than the Epic V10S or a Discovery 169 to join her paddling on local rivers and lakes, but also want something for me to use in rougher water ocean races and general ocean paddling. Figure 10% of the time racing, 60% of the time on rivers and lakes, 30% genernal ocean paddling.
Looking to buy used with a cost around the $600-$800 range.
What I would like (in order):
--around 16 feet long so it can fit lengthwise in garage easily
--some variation of plastic so I don't have to worry about bashing rocks/stumps/beaver damn hopping
--handle paddler/gear load of 225-275 pounds
--speed (relative to the class of boat and material it is made of), since I will probably do a few ocean races with it
What I don't need:
--stability
--storage space
--latest and greatest design of day hatch/knee hatch/bungee/deck line design
Neutral on because I don't know enough about:
--rudder/skeg
--maneuverability
--seat/rudder control options
Appreciate any suggestions for boats to look out for...thanks!
Looking to buy used with a cost around the $600-$800 range.
What I would like (in order):
--around 16 feet long so it can fit lengthwise in garage easily
--some variation of plastic so I don't have to worry about bashing rocks/stumps/beaver damn hopping
--handle paddler/gear load of 225-275 pounds
--speed (relative to the class of boat and material it is made of), since I will probably do a few ocean races with it
What I don't need:
--stability
--storage space
--latest and greatest design of day hatch/knee hatch/bungee/deck line design
Neutral on because I don't know enough about:
--rudder/skeg
--maneuverability
--seat/rudder control options
Appreciate any suggestions for boats to look out for...thanks!